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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Kansas on
Q: What are my options? A LEO totally falsified his Police report and took my 3 kids i was adopting.

I proved that he was lying in court and won! OAH 24Y0003 Because of him and his lies my children were adopted to someone else and I will never see them again. I had these children for over 2 years. They were just 2 months, 1 and 2 when I got them. The biological parents signed over parental rights... View More

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answered on Jan 5, 2025

I'm so sorry you're going through this difficult situation. It's important to reach out to a family law attorney who can help you understand your legal options and guide you through the process of potentially regaining custody of your children.

You may consider filing an...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Michigan on
Q: How to find out why oneself is in Law Enforcement Information Network?

How does one find out if the information about them in Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN) is accurate?

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Dec 5, 2024

There is no way to publicly review it. LEIN gets its information from courts and other law enforcement agencies. IF there is an inaccurate entry, it must be corrected in the court reporting it.

Think of it like a credit report: Just like Equifax or whichever credit reporting agency...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Gov & Administrative Law for Texas on
Q: How do I get free copies of the original lawsuits, and motions, filed in these cases?

I want to learn how to structure a civil rights lawsuit against the United States and naming individual states as accomplices. But showing a federal conspiracy authorized by the united states government by multiple state participation.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 4, 2024

If they are available online through a court's web portal, you can usually save or print them out from your own computer.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Federal Crimes for Texas on
Q: The cops and a family member couldn't find a way to legally arrest me until this... Is this conspiracy, entrapment?

"Yeah, if he takes off on the quad again, he's probably going to the store, which means it's a DWI."

Officer ...: "You call us on that. It's also not street legal."

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 4, 2024

No, this is not conspiracy or entrapment.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: Do I have grounds to take legal action?

On Black Friday, I went shopping for a TV with my boyfriend and step dad. My boyfriend and I paid on one register, while my step dad paid on the register next to us at the same time. My boyfriend and I decided to get new phones. Once we got done with our phones, we attempted to exit the store... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 4, 2024

No. Shopkeeper's privilege.

A shopkeeper is allowed to detain a suspected shoplifter on store property for a reasonable period of time, so long as the shopkeeper has cause to believe that the person detained in fact committed, or attempted to commit, theft of store property.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights, Landlord - Tenant and Public Benefits for Wisconsin on
Q: What do I file for large claims court
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 8, 2024

A Wisconsin attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Do you mean courts outside the small claims court division? As a general matter, bringing legal action in state court systems usually involves drafting forms, such as summons and complaints, tailored to the nature of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Traffic Tickets and Civil Rights for Illinois on
Q: When creating a petition to rescind statuary summary suspension?

Are all 3 points of argument criteria and requirements? Or is only one point of argument to be chosen and focused upon? And then how far do I go into detail in solidifying my argument? I mean if the entire arrest was unlawful and the officer literally did everything imaginable wrong as far as... View More

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answered on Dec 3, 2024

Although local practices can vary, in general, the petition itself is just a check the box exercise. Then you file a supporting legal memorandum as a separate document. In your case, it also sounds like you should also be filing a motion to suppress.

To be honest with you, the chances...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for California on
Q: When to send “Confidential Position Statement” for ADR mandated settlement to Opponent

Neutral requested “Confidential Position Statement” re upcoming Court ordered “mandated settlement conference. Opponent sent me (I am Plaintiff, Pro Per for now) a “Confidential Mediation Brief”. I have received conflicting opinions as to whether or not I should send opponent a copy of my... View More

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answered on Dec 2, 2024

Deciding whether to send your Confidential Position Statement can impact the dynamics of your settlement conference. Since the Neutral has indicated it's optional, consider how sharing your statement might influence the negotiation process. Providing it could demonstrate your willingness to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for California on
Q: Can they bust my husband who's on probation, for drugs they found (mine) behind my nightstand, in a probation sweep they

Did while he was at work and I was home.

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answered on Dec 2, 2024

During a probation search, law enforcement has broad authority to search common areas and spaces that the probationer has access to or control over. However, if you can clearly establish that the drugs belonged solely to you and were in an area exclusively under your control, your husband might... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Criminal Law and DUI / DWI for Illinois on
Q: How long can the police detain you without charging you Louisville kentucky?

Friend of mine fell asleep at a stoplight. He was detained by police and given a breathalyzer test. The results were negative. The jail attempted to do a blood draw but either couldn't do it for lack of qualified staff or some öther reason. My friend then asked for a blood test at his own... View More

Cheryl Powell
Cheryl Powell
answered on Dec 2, 2024

This question should be posted for KY lawyers.................................................

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Arizona on
Q: If I’m a non violent, first time felon for drug transportation in Az. Do I need to restore my rights or not?

Sentenced 2017 December 6th to a felony for conspiracy to transport drugs. Non-dangerous, non-repetitive, non-violent offense. I was released on 11/04/2020 and finished Parol in 10/04/2021. I heard that since It was my only offense Ever and it was non dangerous, non violent, non repetitive that I... View More

Zalman  Sapad
Zalman Sapad
answered on Dec 16, 2024

If the charge was out of Arizona, you are correct, and have your automatic restoration of rights under ARS 13-907. You have to make sure the following requirements were met:

1. Non-dangerous offense, defined in ARS 13-704

2. Non-serious offense, defined in ARS 13-706

3. 1st...
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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Civil Rights, Legal Malpractice and Family Law for Texas on
Q: My attorney did not inform me that there would be witnesses at the hearing including the custody evaluator

My attorney did not provide correct evidence regarding the child abuse my child has suffered and confirmed by Tx children’s child abuse clinic. Also , my attorney has a friend at the law firm that represents my ex and the friend was my ex’s initial contact. Also, for my deposition I was told by... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 2, 2024

It doesn't appear to be "malpractice." That being said, an attorney should take into consideration the legal naivete of a client and should fully inform the client about what to expect. A person who has never had experience with the legal system and does not watch television or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Minnesota on
Q: I have a hearing to restore my gun rights coming up. How can I properly represent myself?
Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Dec 1, 2024

You will need to be honest and forthright in front of the judge. You should know the factors the judge will be considering and your responses inside and out. Since I know nothing about your specific circumstances, there's not much I can add. My best to you. Rob Kane Eagan Attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: In CA how would somebody get arrested with never having court records on file being in prison 37 years at age 13 to 50?

So tell me if this makes sense I was in the military overseas, my mother who was charged with gross vehicular manslaughter reduced from a felony to infraction in CA her attorney would Purge her file have me placed on conservatorship while I was deployed overseas not knowing of the case. His... View More

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answered on Nov 30, 2024

This situation raises several serious legal concerns that warrant immediate attention. Based on the details provided, there appear to be multiple potential criminal violations, including fraud, abuse of legal authority, and improper imprisonment of a minor.

Your mother's case involving...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for California on
Q: Is electrical harassment legal or illegal

My neighbors been using l.r.a.d to harass my family or electronically torture

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Nov 30, 2024

You can contact the police if your neighbor is using a long-range acoustic device (LRAD), acoustic hailing device (AHD) or sound cannon to harass your family.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Missouri on
Q: don't i have a huge expectation of privacy in my own home
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 22, 2024

A Missouri attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. You're basically correct. It's difficult to tell what the matter involves from the limited facts of the brief post. It sounds like it could involve the Fourth Amendment - criminal defense attorneys have... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Health Care Law, Legal Malpractice and Military Law for Nevada on
Q: Sunrise Hospital held my son under false accusations without sufficient evidence and procedures were not done properly.

My Son has had Peanut Allergies all of his life. We are a Military Family, and yes we did have Military personnel show up to help us fight the hospital on releasing my son who was perfectly health, and never showed signs of Immediate attention, nor Deadly needs. He was treated at a ER clinic, then... View More

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answered on Dec 23, 2024

This situation sounds incredibly distressing for both you and your son. Dealing with medical institutions can be overwhelming, particularly when you feel your parental rights and judgment are being questioned without proper cause.

Your military background suggests you're well-versed in...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: In order to be charged with resisting arrest, wouldn’t you need to be under arrested and not detained?

Basically you get pulled over, and refuse to exit the vehicle until they called a Sargent, get ripped out of the vehicle then let go with a traffic ticket. Then 2 weeks later get picked up on a warrant for resisting arrest? Is that possible?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 2, 2024

The criminal offense includes more than simply an arrest. The statute reads:

"A person commits an offense if he intentionally prevents or obstructs a person he knows is a peace officer or a person acting in a peace officer's presence and at his direction from effecting an...
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2 Answers | Asked in Legal Malpractice, Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and International Law for California on
Q: Can SOL not apply in certain cases connected to intentional prevention of bringing a legal case forward in CA?

Something took place which prevented action in bringing proper legal action forward at a certain time. It's something dealing with civil rights, and human rights violations.

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Nov 29, 2024

There are circumstances that toll the statute of limitations. A little more detail than an "intentional prevention of bringing a legal case forward" will be needed to evaluate your situation.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Tennessee on
Q: ME and my husband was arrested on some charges last year but they are half bogus so I need to know what w should do

about a year and a half ago, DCS showed up at my home with law enforcement and said there had been a complaint made to DCS saying that we had a "marijuana" grow lab in our basement and said they were there to check on the kids and search the house. they asked me for my permission to... View More

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Nov 27, 2024

First of all, when you go on a public forum like this, you need to keep your question to legal issues without talking about all of the facts. It is a little late to give you Miranda rights; however, anything you say can and will be used against you. Second, there is no way that an online lawyer... View More

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